Senior Manager, Finance Control and Transformation

Senior Manager, Finance Control and Transformation Join to apply for the Senior Manager, Finance Control and Transformation role at Tangerine . Requisition ID: Tangerine is Canada’s leading direct bank. We offer flexible and accessible banking, innovative products, and award‑winning client service. The reason why Tangerine employees come to work each day is to help Canadians live better lives. We focus on making a difference in our communities, and that includes our own internal community. It’s important to us that our employees feel empowered and enthusiastic about belonging to our Orange culture. The Senior Manager is responsible for performing a key control function for ensuring accurate reconciliation of all balance sheet and P&L accounts and compliance with the Bank’s accounting policies and IFRS guidelines. In addition to these responsibilities, he/she will be leading the Finance Transformation Project to completion. The Senior Manager understands the source, processes impacting deposits, loans, securities, mortgages, securitization and credit card. This role ensures the balance sheet and P&L accounts are appropriately reconciled and analyzed; issues are promptly identified and resolved. The role is also responsible for managing changes to reconciliations based on system, process, policy and IFRS guideline changes and is required to lead in all projects which impacts GL accounts to ensure adequate controls are in place in systems and processes are complying with required accounting policies and guidelines. The Senior Manager leads the team of finance analysts ensuring appropriate cross‑training and procedural documentation exists to support the on‑going operation and provides training for staff. The ability to manage project milestones, meet tight month‑end deadlines and multi‑task is imperative to the success of this position. This is a two‑year contract assignment within Tangerine Finance. Responsibilities Oversee and ensure appropriate analysis is completed for all accounts and outstanding items are promptly investigated and addressed. Report on period‑over‑period variances for all general ledger accounts. Evaluate the recorded journal entries to ensure compliance with IFRS standards and the Bank’s accounting policies. Ensure completion of reconciliation of complex general ledger accounts related to the Bank’s operational activities (i.e. payroll, fixed assets, stock‑based compensation, leases, foreign currency accounting etc.) and ensure timely identification and resolution of all reconciling items. Ensure completion of reconciliation for the complex general ledger accounts related to the Bank’s product offerings (i.e. mortgages, securities, mutual funds, overdraft account, deposits, and credit cards) and ensure timely identification and resolution of all reconciling items. Oversee the completion of daily, monthly review process of analysis, reconciliations, continuity schedules and timely resolution of complex issues and sign off of month‑end and daily review packages. Collaborate and coordinate activities with external vendors and other departments to strengthen processes and design and implement improvements. Responsible to ensure financial controls are in place and operating effectively and efficiently. Manage staff performance, development and goal achievement. Ensure on‑going operation through cross‑training, succession planning and documentation/updating of procedures. Manage changes in processes and products proactively. Lead assigned projects. Responsible for understanding and complying with the Regulatory Compliance Framework including the Anti‑Money Laundering/Anti‑Terrorist Financing and Sanctions Policy and all AML related policies, procedures and controls within the department. Additional Responsibilities – Finance Transformation & Sustainment Finance Transformation Act as the primary stakeholder and liaison in leading the Finance Transformation project. Ensure finance project milestones are completed in alignment with committed dates. Implement tactical solutions to close gaps identified as part of project alignment process. Work with Technology to prioritize and implement backlogged initiatives. Assist in developing and implementing strategic solutions. Lead and manage the finance transformation team. Sustainment Maintain awareness and understanding of all Finance Transformation objectives. Assist business unit management in understanding and managing in current and future state. Identify efficiencies and propose resolutions. Ensure business unit procedures are accurate and up to date. Provide guidance and support to resolve finance issues/questions raised by business unit personnel and liaise with partners across. Skills University or College Degree in Accounting. Completion of Canadian Securities Course or related experience. Minimum 7 years of related managerial experience in financial services with at least 3 years specializing in reconciliations. Minimum 5 years of financial industry experience is required. Experience working with mortgages, retail deposits, mutual fund, overdraft account and credit card products. Project Management experience. Completion of an Accounting designation. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Good computer skills and strong systems understanding. Strong knowledge of finance and full range of financial products. Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills. Demonstrated experience in managing people and processes with strong inter‑personal skills and the ability to work effectively and diplomatically in dealing with peers and across organizational lines. Familiarity with current regulatory reporting requirements and best practices, and the direction in which regulatory bodies and disclosure requirements are heading. Sound PC skills and knowledge of data management software. Strong ability to multi‑task. Ability to have a heightened awareness and adherence to tight deadlines. Excellent time management and organization skills. Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy. Benefits An inclusive & collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success We offer a competitive rewards package. Your career matters You will have access to career development and progression opportunities. Location: Canada • Ontario • Toronto. At Tangerine we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the team, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Banking #J-18808-Ljbffr